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Orange Ginger Honey Cakes

Zesty Orange Ginger Honey Cakes for a Sweet Escape

Enjoy these vibrant Orange Ginger Honey Cakes, gluten-free and perfect for any occasion with a delightful flavor profile.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups Flour Weigh for accuracy
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 cup Honey Raw, unfiltered is best
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed egg
  • 1 cup Fresh Oranges Use fresh juice
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Ground ginger can be used
  • 1/2 cup Butter Browned but cooled slightly
Optional Toppings
  • Dried Fruits or Nuts Add for texture
  • Dairy-Free Glaze Powdered sugar and lemon juice

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Baking tins
  • whisk
  • Microplane

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking tins with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour and baking soda, whisking thoroughly.
  3. Zest the fresh oranges, rubbing zest into sugar to release oils.
  4. Whisk eggs, honey, and melted butter until smooth.
  5. Add dry mixture to wet, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into tins, filling about two-thirds full, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Cool cakes in tins for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow ingredients to reach room temperature for best results. Adjust sweetness and add-ins as desired.

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